Programs & Services
Training
CTE offers training and refresher sessions to faculty based on their needs; the optional sessions cover usage of video-conferencing software such as Zoom and AUK’s learning management system, Moodle. If faculty are interested in attending a refresher training session, they can send an email to the director indicating which session(s) they would like to attend and specify the areas in which they need more training.
Faculty Learning Communities
The Faculty Learning Community pursues an interdisciplinary study of specific issues and questions related to higher education teaching and learning. Through collaboration, the community aims to promote a collegial atmosphere that values academic discovery and support collaborative learning.
Due to the pandemic, CTE has formed learning communities through Microsoft Teams per college, allowing for interdisciplinary faculty collaboration and fostering the development of college-wide teaching and learning communities. Faculty discuss and share information related to teaching and assessment of learning, use of instructional technology, and technical issues related to online learning.
New Faculty Onboarding
CTE supports new faculty onboarding for full-time faculty and adjuncts joining the institution by providing support, training, and other services as needed.
Alumni Instructional Teaching Assistants Program
Qualified alumni interested in teaching at AUK have the opportunity to develop teaching capacity by shadowing seasoned faculty and attending CTE training sessions and workshops. Based on teaching readiness and performance, these instructional teaching assistants may be recommended to teach part-time as qualifications permit.
New Faculty Mentorship Program
The New Faculty Mentorship Program aims to improve faculty recruitment and retention, assist faculty with career advancement and professional development, improve teaching skills, increase faculty satisfaction, foster collaborative working relationships, network with other AUK faculty and foster collaborations in their field, and help faculty adjust to the University. The success of the New Faculty Mentorship Program will depend on the new faculty members, their mentors, and department chairs as they all take an active role in the process.
Pedagogical Consultations
CTE offers educational consultation for faculty members wishing to help improve student achievement. CTE works with faculty to take their teaching to new heights. The appointments could be in the form of one-on-one consultations or in small group discussions. Due to the pandemic, CTE now offers virtual consultations.
Classroom Visitations
CTE conducts both in-person and virtual classroom visits for faculty who wish to receive feedback on classroom management, communication effectiveness, student engagement and active involvement, or any other topics. If you are interested in a classroom visit, please let us know by sending an email.
Office No: C005
1-802040 or (+965) 2224-8399, ext. 3810
CTE@auk.edu.kw
